The STGAP2SCM has a dedicated active Miller clamp pin that provides a convenient solution to prevent unwanted transistor turn-on in half-bridge configurations. Connecting the MOSFET gate to this pin clamps the voltage to isolated ground at turn off, until the next genuine turn-on signal.

Extensive integrated protection features include Under-Voltage Lockout (UVLO) to protect the power switch if the supply voltage falls too low. In addition, over-temperature protection is provided, as well as hardware interlocking to prevent high-side/low-side cross conduction in half-bridge circuits. There is also a standby mode, which keeps the output in a safe state while saving power.

Designers can also take advantage of the EVALSTGAP2SCM evaluation board, which provides a fast and easy way to kick-start design.

The STGAP2SCM, available now, and STGAP2SM, available in Q4 2018, are housed in the compact, industry-standard SO-8 power package, priced from $1.49 for orders of 1000 pieces.